Skip to content
BigFoto.com

BigFoto.com

Free photo and big images with world travel articles

  • Africa
    • Mauritius
    • Tunisia
    • Egypt
    • Ghana
    • Morocco
    • South Africa
  • America
    • Eskimos
    • Brazil
    • Canada
    • United States
    • Uruguay
  • Asia
    • Bali
    • China
    • India
    • Israel
    • Japan
    • Jordan
    • Laos
    • Malaysia
    • Singapore
    • South Korea
    • Sri Lanka
    • Turkey
    • Thailand
    • Vietnam
    • Uzbekistan
  • Europe
    • Croatia
    • Czech Republic
    • Austria
    • Bulgaria
    • Denmark
    • Ireland
    • France
    • Germany
    • Greece
    • Netherlands
    • Norway
    • Poland
    • Portugal
    • Spain
    • Switzerland
    • United Kingdom
  • Pacific
    • Australia
    • New Zealand
  • Themes
    • Architecture
    • Aviation
    • Amusement Park
    • Background
    • Casino
    • Close Up
    • Christmas
    • Fireworks
    • Food
    • Fountains
    • Human
    • Animals
    • Flowers
    • Forest
    • Geology
    • Carnival
    • Hands
    • Nature
    • Landscapes
    • Sky
    • Underwater
    • Railway
    • Sculptures
    • Ships
    • Sport
    • Winter
  • Miscellaneous

America

When people casually refer to America in their speech, they usually mean ‘The United States of America the country of Abraham Lincoln, Hollywood and the greenback dollar bill. This in itself is a vast nation of 9.8 million square kilometres (3.8m sq miles), 50 states and 316 million inhabitants, with the most powerful economy on earth. But it is only part of ‘the Americas which more accurately includes Canada and the whole continent of South America, and forms a combined landmass adding up to 29% of the Earth’s total land area.
It used to be taught in Europe at least that America was “discovered” by Christopher Columbus in 1492 but named after Amerigo Vespucci, the explorer from Florence, Italy, who sailed to “the New World” in 1499. The first known use of the name America is on a French map dated 1507, but we now know that another European, the Norse explorer Lief Ericson, had been there around 500 years earlier and settled briefly in what he called Vinland. Even this correction is a Euro-centric view, because the inhabitants entitled to be considered indigenous moved to the Americas between 40,000 BC and 3,500 BC from Asia.
North and South America are unique among the continents for forming a continuous landmass between the north and south polar regions stretching 14,000km (8,700 miles). Down the western side of both continents runs a chain of mountains which form the Andes in the southern continent and the Rocky Mountains in the northern. The same collision of tectonic plates that forced up this Cordillera Americana is responsible for the Pacific Ring of Fire an arc having 75% of the world’s active volcanoes and 90% of its earthquakes. The best known geological feature of the Ring of Fire is probably the San Andreas Fault, which was responsible for the devastating 1906 San Francisco Earthquake, and which has California constantly on alert for the “next big one.
The continent of South America is largely in the southern hemisphere Venezuela, Guyana and Suriname are the only sovereign countries south of what we call Central America to lie entirely in the northern hemisphere, along with part of Brazil, most of Colombia and a tiny bit of Ecuador. The other countries making up the 13 are Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Paraguay, Peru, Trinidad and Tobago, and Uruguay. Rio de Janeiro, featured in our photo gallery, is only the 3rd most populous city on the continent after São Paulo and Buenos Aires. Indeed São Paulo is larger than any other city in the Americas apart from New York, and with over 20 million inhabitants is the 9th most populous city in the world. Brazil is by far the largest country in South America, both in terms of population (193 million) and land area (8.5 million square kilometres).
From the point of view of tourism, South America is a place of superlatives. The highest waterfall in the world, Angel Falls, is in Venezuela; the largest rainforest is in the Amazon Basin; the Andes add up to the longest mountain range on earth; and the Atacama Desert in Chile is the driest place in the world. La Paz in Bolivia is the highest capital city and Lake Titicaca is the highest navigable lake. The world’s southernmost permanent community is at Puerto Toro in Chile, and one of the world’s largest slums is the shanty town (or favela in São Paulo. Other fascinating destinations around the continent include the Galapagos Islands, the awesome peaks of Torres del Paine in Patagonia, and the lost mountain top Inca settlement of Machu Picchu. Look at all list of Chile cities.
The photo galleries on this site include some of the great cities in the Americas, with free pictures of New York and San Francisco in the north, and Rio de Janeiro in the south. You can navigate to pictures of Canada and the US states of California and Florida using the drop-down menu. The much-larger-than-life Las Vegas and its desert surroundings are covered, and for photos of a very different climate go to the page on Eskimos the Inuit people.
In addition to many magnificent photos you will find interesting facts about the history and geography of these parts of America, alongside travel information and suggestions for places to stay and what to see and do while you are there.

Visiting the US in March
America United States 

Unique Experiences for Those Visiting the US in March

March 20, 2023March 20, 2023 bigfoto 0 Comments

March is a great month to visit the United States, as it is usually a time of pleasant weather and

Read more
Things to Do in California
America United States 

7 Fun Things to Do in California

March 16, 2023March 16, 2023 bigfoto 0 Comments

California is a great place to explore, full of diverse attractions and activities to suit all types of travelers. From

Read more
Best Beaches in South Carolina
America Travel Tips United States 

6 Best Beaches in South Carolina

October 4, 2022October 6, 2022 bigfoto 0 Comments Best Beaches, South Carolina

In South Carolina, the Atlantic shoreline is a well-known beach for visitors from across the United States. It doesn’t matter

Read more
United States 

Urban Photographers: Which Cities to Visit?

August 17, 2021September 6, 2021 steel 0 Comments Chicago, Empire State Building, Las Vegas, New York City, photo, USA

If you are a photographer and have the privilege to travel and take photographs, it is hard to decide what

Read more
yellowstone national park
America United States 

Yellowstone National Park

April 21, 2021April 23, 2021 bigfoto 0 Comments President Ulysses Grant, Rockies forest, Yellowstone National Park

INTRODUCTION The Yellowstone national park is a center of attraction and a favorite site which get millions of visitors every

Read more
United States 

Are Vegas Casinos Worth The Trip?

January 7, 2021 bigfoto 0 Comments casino, Las Vegas

We have all heard about the glitz and glam of the Las Vegas strip, but some things have to be

Read more
Cuenca, Ecuador
America 

Highlights of the best attractions and adventures in Cuenca, Ecuador

September 24, 2020 bigfoto 0 Comments Cajas National Park, Cuenca, Ecuador

As proven by several awards and recognitions, including the Cultural Heritage site in 1999, Cuenca in Ecuador is a top

Read more
Antigua Guatemala
America 

Exciting adventures in La Antigua beyond the beautiful beaches and resorts

September 22, 2020September 22, 2020 bigfoto 0 Comments Antigua, Casa San visit Domingo, Guatemala, Lake Atitlán, Villa Colonial

Get ready to be seduced by the beguiling beauty of the former capital of Guatemala, La Antigua or simply Antigua.

Read more
Niagara Falls
America 

Why you should visit Niagara Falls

August 17, 2020August 17, 2020 bigfoto 0 Comments Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls is arguably one of the most popular landmarks in the world, and in the United States and Canada

Read more
mexico merida travel info
America 

The Yucatan, Mexico- Best places to visit in Merida and its environs

July 29, 2020 bigfoto 0 Comments Mayapan ruins, Mexico, Plaza Grande of Mexico, Santa Lucia Parque, X'batun cenote, Yucatan

A visit to North American would be more enjoyable when you decide to have a stopover in Mexico- particularly at

Read more
  • ← Previous
printable flower pictures

Search

Bigfoto Info

  • About
  • Advertising
  • Contact
  • Copyright
  • Disclaimer
  • Please support bigfoto.com
  • Privacy

Latest Posts

  • Discover the Best of Kuala Lumpur
  • Short History pyramids of Egypt
  • Discover Harbin: A Winter Wonderland of Ice Sculptures and Rich History
  • Discover the Spiritual and Cultural Heart of Punjab: A Guide to Amritsar
  • Top 10 Must See Sights in Algiers
  • Unique Experiences for Those Visiting the US in March
  • Visiting the most photogenic spots in Tasmania
  • 7 Fun Things to Do in California
  • Make Thailand Your Dream Travel Destination- Key Things to Know 
  • A guide to taking the best photographs in stupendous Sydney
  • Five Dream Sports Vacation Destinations
  • 5 Exhilarating Activities And Destinations To Photograph
  • 5 Tips for Making Eye-Catching and Effective Posters
  • Can photographers make money with NFT?
  • Santorini Greece Dress Photoshoot or a desert photoshoot? Choose by yourself
  • Factors to Consider When Choosing a Travel Destination
  • 5120x1440p 329 New York Images
  • 5120x1440p 329 Beach Background Images
  • Good Morning in Hawaiian – The Best Time to Visit Hawaii
  • Underwater Cruise Ship Rooms – Discover the World Under the Sea
  • Ghana Pictures and Travel Information
  • Hat Clip For Travel: 12 Tips for a Memorable Trip
  • 7 Best Scotland Cliffs and How to Experience Them
  • 6 Best Beaches in South Carolina
  • What is the Name of the Desert in Southern Israel?
  • Crew Neck Colors For Summer 2022
  • Most Beautiful Horse Racing Tracks In the USA
  • 3 Excellent Ways to Spend Your Vacation
  • How to Create a Professional (Photo) Portfolio to Attract Respectable Clients
  • 5 Picturesque Natural Landscapes To Visit In Mauritius
  • Most Impressive Countries for Landscape Photography
  • Where to Find Your Winter Tropical Sun?
  • How to Make the Perfect Long Exposure Photo?
  • Urban Photographers: Which Cities to Visit?
  • The Photographer’s Guide to Self-Promotion
  • Yellowstone National Park
  • Places to Visit after the Lockdowns are Over
  • Landscapes, Nature Pictures
  • Why the number of mobile casino users is increasing in Japan
  • Are Vegas Casinos Worth The Trip?
  • Seven things you should know about Fez, Morocco
  • Yalta – From Ancient Greece To Modern Time
  • Chengdu – Historic And Modern Day Metropolis
  • Five Things To Enjoy In Exeter (Plus One More)
  • City of Qom
  • Travel-Themed Zoom Backgrounds to Use on Your Next Video Call
  • Medieval town of Motovun
  • The Island of Zlarin
  • Zaton Near Šibenik
  • Discover The City Of Bakar
  • Facts About Komiža Everyone Should Know
  • Highlights of the best attractions and adventures in Cuenca, Ecuador
  • Historical charms, Mediterranean climate & modern entertainment of Sousse
  • Exciting adventures in La Antigua beyond the beautiful beaches and resorts
  • The allure of the small University town of Heidelberg
  • Exciting and Cool places to visit in Nicosia
  • Exploring the Uniqueness of Thimphu
  • Discovering the historic, hidden gems of Akko (Acre)
  • Where to Stay in Istanbul?
  • Why you should visit Niagara Falls

Calendar

March 2023
M T W T F S S
 12345
6789101112
13141516171819
20212223242526
2728293031  
« Feb    
Copyright © 2023 BigFoto.com. All rights reserved.
Theme: ColorMag by ThemeGrill. Powered by WordPress.